FLIR Non-contact Voltage Detectors + Flashlight User Guide

: June 7, 2024
: FLIR

Table of Contents

FLIR Non-contact Voltage Detectors + Flashlight User Guide
Introduction
Quick Steps
WARNINGS
Cleaning
Battery Replacement
Three-Year Limited Warranty
On-line User Manual
Specifications
Corporate Headquarters
Customer Support
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FLIR Non-contact Voltage Detectors + Flashlight User Guide

FLIR Non-contact Voltage Detectors + Flashlight User
Guide

Introduction

The VP40_VP42 detects the presence of AC voltage at electrical outlets, junction strips, electrical circuits, and other devices without having to physically contact the device. The VP40 has a minimum excitation voltage of 90V AC; The VP42 has a minimum excitation voltage of 190V AC. Both models have a high sensitivity mode allowing detection down to 24V AC. Vibrating and visual cues alert the user when AC voltage is present. Bright tip lights permit operation in dimly lit areas.
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AC voltage sensor
Tip lights
Alarm indicator
Status indicator
Power button
Pocket clip
Flashlight button
Battery compartment cap
Flashlight

Quick Steps

WARNINGS

Test a known live circuit before testing an uncertain circuit. Varying electrical socket designs and insulation thickness and types can affect the meter’s voltage detection performance; please use caution

Short press power button (5) to switch ON
Tip lights (2) will be ON and the status indicator (4) will glow solid green
If status indicator flashes amber, replace batteries
If status indicator flashes red, return unit for service
Short press power button to toggle low/high sensitivity (solid green status indicator for low sensitivity and solid amber for high sensitivity)
Hold the sensor tip (1) close to a voltage source. The meter’s detection distance is 1 cm (0.4”) max.
If voltage is present, the device vibrates and the alarm indicator (3) flashes red (low sensitivity mode) or amber (high sensitivity mode)
Long press Flashlight button (7) to switch the light ON/OFF (Flashlight and detector will not function at the same time)
The device has an APO (auto power off) of 3 minutes. The Flashlight APO is 30 minutes
Long press the power button to switch OFF
Refer to detailed user manual, available at http://support.flir.com for more information

Cleaning

With the meter OFF, wipe the housing with a damp cloth as needed, do not use harsh detergents, abrasives, or solvents. Use compressed air to clear dust particles from the Flashlight lens. Clean the lens with a commercial lens cleaner when necessary. Ensure that the device is dry before performing tests.

Battery Replacement

With the meter OFF, unscrew the battery compartment cap (8) and remove the batteries.
Insert two new ‘AAA’ batteries in the proper orientation.
Secure the compartment cover ensuring that the red plastic ring in the battery cap aligns with the battery, as shown.
Check that the device powers up correctly before use.

Recycle used batteries, do not dispose in household trash. Follow all regulations with respect to the disposing of this device at the end of its lifecycle.

Three-Year Limited Warranty

This product is protected by FLIR’s 3-Year Limited Warranty. Visit www.flir.com/testwarranty to read the 3-Year Limited Warranty document. Register your product at the websit

On-line User Manual

The detailed User Manual is located on the http://support.flir.com web site (download tab). Please read the entire user manual before use.

Specifications

VP40 Range 90 ~ 1000V AC (normal mode) 24 ~ 1000V AC (high sensitivity mode) VP42 Range 190 ~ 1000V AC (normal mode) 24 ~ 1000V AC (high sensitivity mode) Frequency 45 ~ 65Hz
Overvoltage CAT IV 1000V AC Detection distance 0 ~ 0.4 in. (0 ~ 1 cm) Operating temp. -32 ~ 140oF (0 ~ 60oC) Storage temp. -40 ~ 194oF (-40 ~ 90oC) Safety compliance CE, UL/cUL, RCM Drop Test 9.8 ft. (3m) Battery 2 x ‘AAA’ Battery life 7 hours continuous (Flashlight off) APO Meter: After 3 minutes of inactivity Flashlight: After 30 minutes Dimensions 1.1 x 1.0 x 6.1 in. (29 x 26 x 156 mm)
Weight 0.44 lbs. (0.20 kg.); with batteries

Corporate Headquarters

FLIR Systems, Inc. 2770 SW Parkway Avenue Wilsonville, OR 97070 USA Telephone: +1 503-498-3547

Customer Support

Technical Support Website http://support.flir.com
Technical Support Email TMSupport@flir.com
Service and Repair Email Repair@flir.com
Support Telephone +1 855-499-3662 option 3 (toll free)

Publication Identification No.: VP40_VP42-QS
Release version: AA
Release Date: August 2018
Language: en- US